The Olympics and the World Cup are just around the corner, so Matt and Blake spend some time today looking ahead! The guys take a further look at possible rosters for Canada and the USA, lookingthrough the Canucks and BC lense in particular. They debate the possibility of Bedard and Celebrini making the grade, plus, Garland and Boeser making a late push as well. Also, the guys take a look at JT Miller's chances after a dreadful start to the season and wonder if there's any iota of regret remaining about the trade from Vancouver. Then it's time to welcome world soccer legend and current Whitecap, Thomas Müller, to the show as we preview the 'Caps and LAFC on Saturday at BC Place. Müller talks about his amazing start in Vancouver, the city's connection to him, and if he may stick around for the shortened 2027 season as the MLS switches calendars. Then it's TSN's Frank Corrado with a breakdown of the Canucks' defensive system and how the Canucks may be able to fix it. Frank also gets into the Olympic possibilities and whether Canada can trust younger players like Bedard and Celebrini. Then, Matt and Blake wrap up with a thorough review of all the World Cup qualifying that wrapped up yesterday, all the heroics and great stories, plus, Canada's win in a weird friendly as well.

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Another game, another tidal wave goals in a Canucks game! Matt and Blake take a look at both sides of that statement as Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson have both found their offensive stride, but the opposition has as well. They explore what the problem is defensively and what might need to change to rein it in. Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects stops by to talk about what he's seeing from the group, including the star players' renaissance and the concerns in goal. Cam also talks about the good and bad from the two young D-men in Tom Willander and D-Petey. Then Cam looks ahead to the draft and Giants defender Ryan Lin's season to date, plus, a couple of other players with local ties. Veteran broadcaster John Shannon makes an appearance as well today and weighs in on the Canucks acquisition of centre David Kampf. John also talks about the league wide scheduling and injury issues, plus, he gets into his picks for the Canadian Olympic roster! Then it's a wrap of the NFL stories of the week, the World Cup qualifiers are wrapping up with a few big surprises, Canada gets set to face Venezuela, and the Whitecaps continue training before their sold out showdown vs LAFC. 

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Veteran broadcaster John Shannon makes an appearance as well today and weighs in on the Canucks acquisition of centre David Kampf. John also talks about the league wide scheduling and injury issues, plus, he gets into his picks for the Canadian Olympic roster! 

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After a surprisingly successful weekend on the road, Matt and Blake set you up for the road trip finale vs the Panthers. The guys look at the improving play of Hughes and EP40 but also the continued contributions from guys like Sherwood, O'Connor and even MacEachern. Plus, will the David Kampf signing have a measureable effect on the team? The guys also look at the health update from Patrick Allvin as the Canucks wait on a handful of players to make their returns. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to give his recap from the 2 games thus far and a preview of today's game as well. JPat talks about the workload of Kevin Lankinen and if there's any place to rest him on the schedule ahead. Jeff also looks at the curiously good road record for the Canucks and what has led to them winning more there than at home. Then the guys finish with a wrap up of the Grey Cup, the Seahawks lose a crazy one, the Vancouver Rise bring the city a title, and Canada makes some changes ahead of their match with Venezuela tomorrow. 

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RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to give his recap from the 2 games thus far and a preview of today's game as well. JPat talks about the workload of Kevin Lankinen and if there's any place to rest him on the schedule ahead. Jeff also looks at the curiously good road record for the Canucks and what has led to them winning more there than at home.

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Matt Sekeres is joined by Jeff Paterson, who is sitting in for Blake Price today. The guys take a deep dive into the recent interview with Jim Rutherford, which was not his finest moment in public relations. The boys also preview this weekends games and the ever changing injury situation for the Canucks.

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The Canucks hit the road, but more missing players!? Matt and Blake have the latest from Canucks nation, as Quinn Hughes is missing from the practice in Carolina. Is the injury serious for Hughes and can they keep their head above water without him?? The guys also debate whether all this adversity might be pushing Hughes out the door to New Jersey. Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to give his two cents on the immediate future of the team, and whether they may be in on some players that could be available. He also weighs in on the Canucks defensive structure and the ability to survive another long stretch without Thatcher Demko. Then it's Gregg Bell covering the Seahawks, with a preview of the game of the week between the Rams and Seattle.. Gregg walks us through who's in and who's out, the possible deep threat of Shaheed, and whether Sam Darnold is for real this season. Then Matt and Blake take a look at some massive changes coming to MLS that will impact when and where to watch the games, plus CFL awards and the passing of a NHL media legend.

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Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to give his two cents on the immediate future of the team, and whether they may be in on some players that could be available. He also weighs in on the Canucks defensive structure and the ability to survive another long stretch without Thatcher Demko. 

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After another eventful night for the Canucks, there's much to debrief for Matt and Blake. The guys get into the most recent injury to Thatcher Demko, the injury to Hughes amidst a 3 point night, and a PK unit that is now costing the Canucks points. The guys listen in on the post game remarks of the frustrated captain and coach, and they ponder whether injuries may ultimately cause an unintended tanked season. The Daily Hive's Rob WIlliams stops by to give his take on where this team is at and whether they have any route left to a successful season. Rob weighs in on the future of Demko and his new contract, the irritability of Hughes lately, and the impact of the poor special teams. TSN's Frank Corrado stops in for his take on what perpetual injuries does to the mentality of a team, and for the player that keeps having them. Frank talks about compensation injuries being an ongoing issue that is hard to shake, but admits some players are able to escape a cycle of injury even after a few years. Frank offers his opinion on the rest of the season too and where the Canucks might be headed. Then the guys wrap up the rest of sport, with an injury update from Whitecaps training, and a look at the Canadian men preparing for Ecuador. Plus, MLB awards season continues, and the Lions get set for free agency. 

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TSN's Frank Corrado stops in for his take on what perpetual injuries does to the mentality of a team, and for the player that keeps having them. Frank talks about compensation injuries being an ongoing issue that is hard to shake, but admits some players are able to escape a cycle of injury even after a few years. Frank offers his opinion on the rest of the season too and where the Canucks might be headed. 

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The Daily Hive's Rob WIlliams stops by to give his take on where this team is at and whether they have any route left to a successful season. Rob weighs in on the future of Demko and his new contract, the irritability of Hughes lately, and the impact of the poor special teams. 

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It's a Canucks vs Jets gameday and the intrigue was high for Thatcher Demko's participation in this one. Matt and Blake have the very latest from the gameday skate and all the lineup info you need as the Canucks go for a 3 game unbeaten streak. There's also a couple of other signs of Canucks health too, but the guys get into whether or not faith in Demko's availability may be wavering. Cam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects, and he has the latest on some possible Canucks trade targets at centre, and he jumps into the "rebuild" debate for the Canucks as well. Fresh off a visit to watch Gavin McKenna, Cam also has his latest review on the presumptive first overall pick in the NHL Draft. The guys wrap the show with a look at the Monday Night-er, the history of Thomas Müller vs Son, and could we see Lions QB Nathan Rourke leading Canada to gold at the Olympics??

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Cam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects, and he has the latest on some possible Canucks trade targets at centre, and he jumps into the "rebuild" debate for the Canucks as well. Fresh off a visit to watch Gavin McKenna, Cam also has his latest review on the presumptive first overall pick in the NHL Draft. 

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It was an eventful weekend for the Canucks as they grind out 3 points at home and score 8 goals along the way. Matt and Blake debate how sustainable it is, the possibility of a Demko return, and are Hughes and EP40 any closer to getting bottom line points? The guys also debrief the Patrik Allvin comments on a rebuild from Saturday night, and if it might be an indicator of a trade in the not so distant future. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to recap the 2 games, and give us his top performers and storylines. JPat looks at the breakout week for Drew O'Connor, the concerns over the PK, and whether Demko is expected back on Tuesday. Then the guys pivot to football as BC Lions GM Ryan Rigmaiden makes an end of season appearance following the Lions last second loss in the West Final. Ryan looks back on the season that was, on what could have been, and what he expects next season. Then a huge final segment, as Matt and Blake chew on the Whitecaps stadium news, as the MLS commissioner dropped into town to try and bolster the team's future. Plus,. the guys break down the Lions loss further, take a peek at a dominant Seahawks win, and go over a crazy, snowy weekend of Canadian soccer!

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